Originally Posted by
UnderASouthernSky
I heard that the deal Primera agreed with Airbus for the NEOs, acquired at relatively short notice, put the risk for late delivery at Primera's door and not at Airbus'. Therefore, Primera knew there was a risk of delay and costs for any cover aircraft required would be theirs.
Define "Short Notice" - They ordered to LR's in June 17 and the order for the NEO was already in, please see here
CH Aviation
I would say a year is plenty of time and it was not short notice with the main issue the backlog for the engines.
I am furious with the way Primera has treated the West Midlands prospective transatlantic passengers but they are only partly to blame and yes they have been a total
PR disaster but the engine manufacturer and Airbus are also responsible for part of this mess.
Pete